Our House, Inc. Presents Housing Development Proposal to Summit City Council

Our House, Inc., a nonprofit organization founded in 1980, presented a proposal to the City of Summit on January 25, 2025, to develop housing for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the community.

The organization's mission is to provide healthy, stimulating, and inclusive environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through community residences, employment services, day programs, and related support services. The organization's first home opened on Greenfield Avenue in Summit.

Our House identified residents living near downtown Summit who need housing that allows them to age in place. The proposed solution includes developing a 4-person group home with two additional apartments for independent living. The facility would feature accessibility on the first floor to accommodate aging in place, be within walking distance to downtown, and include parking for four vehicles—two for staff personal use and two for agency vehicles.

Michele DelCorsano, CEO of Our House, Inc., presented the proposal. The organization faces challenges in finding an affordable property within walking distance to Downtown Summit that meets the project's requirements. DelCorsano can be reached at mdelcorsano@ourhousenj.org or 908-956-4775 for more information.

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